When Your State Legislature Believes Two Wrongs Make It Right

Published on April 5, 2023
Duration: 8:58

This video analyzes Oregon Senate Bill 348, which attempts to re-implement aspects of the previously enjoined Ballot Measure 114. The speaker, William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, details how SB 348 delays the implementation of a permit-to-purchase requirement and a standard-capacity magazine ban, while also raising the age to 21 for permit applications and expanding disqualifications based on misdemeanor violence convictions. The analysis highlights concerns about the bill granting broad discretion to permit agents and significantly increasing permit fees, framing it as a legislative workaround to constitutional challenges.

Quick Summary

Oregon Senate Bill 348 is a legislative effort to re-implement aspects of the enjoined Ballot Measure 114. It delays permit-to-purchase requirements until July 1, 2024 (or 2026 for certain firearms), raises the age to 21, and expands disqualifications for misdemeanors involving violence. The bill also significantly increases permit fees and grants broad discretion to permit agents.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Oregon Gun Law Update
  2. 00:13Ballot Measure 114 Recap
  3. 01:27Oregon Ballot Measure 114 Details
  4. 02:22Judge Halts Measure 114
  5. 03:10Introducing Oregon Senate Bill 348
  6. 04:00SB 348 Staff Summary: Permit Delays
  7. 04:53SB 348: Age and Disqualification Changes
  8. 05:48SB 348: Danger to Self/Others Clause
  9. 06:43SB 348: Increased Permit Fees
  10. 07:13SB 348: Legislative End-Around Strategy
  11. 07:50Public Opposition and Political Motivation
  12. 08:12Conclusion: SB 348 is Measure 114 in Disguise

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oregon Senate Bill 348?

Oregon Senate Bill 348 is a legislative proposal that aims to reintroduce elements of the previously blocked Ballot Measure 114. It delays the implementation of a permit-to-purchase requirement and a standard-capacity magazine ban, while also increasing permit fees and expanding disqualification criteria.

How does Oregon SB 348 affect permit-to-purchase requirements?

Senate Bill 348 delays the requirement for a permit to purchase a firearm until July 1st, 2024. For certain firearms like .22 caliber rimfire and shotguns, this requirement is pushed back to July 1st, 2026. It also raises the minimum age for permit applicants to 21.

What are the new disqualification criteria under Oregon SB 348?

Under SB 348, individuals may be denied a permit if, within the last four years, they have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving violence. Additionally, permit agents can deny applications if they have reasonable grounds to believe the applicant is a danger to themselves or others, based on objective facts and a pattern of behavior.

How does SB 348 compare to Oregon's Ballot Measure 114?

SB 348 is seen as a legislative workaround to Ballot Measure 114, which was blocked by a judge. While it contains similar provisions like permit-to-purchase and magazine bans, SB 348 delays their effective dates and modifies some details, aiming to pass through the legislature rather than the ballot initiative process.

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